Big League Dream-The Sweet Taste of Life in the Majors

Baseball allows fans unparalleled access to our heroes. It could be an autograph appearance at the local supermarket, a brief encounter at the ball park or some other circumstance that allows a friendship to blossom. On that last event some of us are luckier than others in what happens, but in the end, it is all of sharing our love of the game. Roy Berger is no stranger to the game, a life long fan that has had the great opportunity of attending multiple fantasy camps for some of his favorite teams. I showcased Roy’s Previous book here last year that details his exploits as a fantasy camper. The Most Wonderful Week of the Year Now Roy is back with a new book sharing some of the friendships he has gained by being lucky enough to live the life even if it’s only one week a year.

I will admit it, Roy is one lucky guy. Having the means many of us don’t have, he is able to hob-nob with our heroes from various eras and make some really great memories in the process. His just released book, Big League Dream walks us through the relationships he has created and also showcases the stories of some great names as well.

The veteran of several fantasy camps, Berger has gotten friendly with former players such as Kent Tekulve, Mike LaVaillliare, Jim Mudcat Grant, Bucky Dent, Fritz Peterson and Steve Lyons, just to name a few. But, the better side is he has forged relationships with these guys and gets the memories that goes along with it.

Each chapter in this book showcases the player’s life and career and also details the authors interactions with them on a personal level. It shows a more human side of these guys that some of us may never have access to at any time in our lives. It is a neat look behind the curtain that portrays to the reader what it might be like if we were in his shoes. Another nice aspect of this book is Roy’s story about attending fantasy camp for the first time with his sons recently. It adds a nice family theme to the book and shows what great relationships and memories baseball is capable of fostering.

Roy’s books are always a good read for the average baseball fan who loves the game. It gives us an opportunity to live vicariously through Roy and see what it’s like to cross those lines even if only for one week a year. Fans should check this one out, it’s a fun and easy read and gives a great glimpse at what life is like for those lucky enough to do something like this.

Check out Roy Berger’s website Big League Dream and check out all the various formats you can get this book in, you won’t be disappointed.